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The Specialist In Drum Handling Equipment

Model 400A-96SS-115

Stainless Steel Hydra-Lift Karrier,  

96”, DC Power Lift & Tilt

Operator’s Manual for Morse Stainless Steel Hydra-Lift Karrier Model 400A-96SS-115

Serial Number 0914 to ____ (MMYY)

morsedrum.com

Copyright 2022 - Morse Mfg. Co., Inc. 

 

Form OM400A-96SS-115 (0914-____)  

(Updated 8 Feb., 2022)

 

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Safety Information (continued)

DANGER

 - Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, 

will

 result in serious injury or 

death.  This signal word is limited to the most extreme situations.

WARNING

 - Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, 

could

 result in serious 

injury or death.

CAUTION

 

- Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, can result in damage to the 

machine.

CAUTION

 

– Do Not Transport with Drum Raised - 

ALWAYS LOWER THE DRUM HOLDER TO 

LOWEST POSITION BEFORE TRANSPORTING. 

 The unit can become unstable when transporting 

with a raised load.

DANGER

 - Stay Clear of Power Lines - 

KEEP WELL CLEAR OF POWER LINES. 

 Never approach 

a power line.  Current in a high voltage line may arc some distance from the wire to the steel framed, 

grounded machine.

WARNING

 - The Hydra-Lift Karrier is designed to handle one drum of the types listed at the top of page 

3, under 

2.  Machine Description

.  

DO NOT

 attempt to handle any other type of drum or object.  

DO 

NOT

 exceed the weight capacity of 800 Lb. (363 kg).

WARNING

 

- Level Floors Only - 

For operation only on clean, level floors of suitable bearing capacity. 

Do not use on sloped surfaces, ramps, irregular or debris strewn floors.

WARNING

 - Do Not Modify the Unit - 

Under no circumstances should any modifications be made 

to the Morse machinery without factory authorization.  Any modifications may void the warranty.  This 

machine was designed to perform a specific job and alterations may result in injury to operator or 

machine.

WARNING

 - No Loose Fitting Clothing -

 Wear close-fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate 

to the job.  Loose fitting clothing may become caught on the machinery and cause severe personal 

injury.

WARNING

 - Hydraulic Fluid Under Pressure Can Be Hazardous - 

Escaping hydraulic fluid under 

pressure can penetrate the skin, causing serious injury.  Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before 

disconnecting hydraulic lines.  Keep hands and body away from pinholes and nozzles, which eject fluid 

under high pressure.  Use a piece of cardboard to search for leaks. If an accident occurs, see a doctor 

immediately and inform them of the nature of the accident.

CAUTION

 - Wear Safety Shoes - 

Wear safety shoes with non-slip soles and hard toe protection.

WARNING:

 

This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and arsenic, which are known to the 

State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to 

www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

WARNING: 

This product can expose you to chemicals including barium sulfate, cobalt, titanium 

dioxide, and 2-methylimidazole, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, and 

bisphenol-A, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. 

For more information go to 

www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Summary of Contents for 400A-96SS-115

Page 1: ...reight always sign noting the damage on the BILL OF LADING Document the damage and have the truck driver sign We recommend keeping a digital camera at your receiving dock for this purpose Open packages expeditiously to check the condition of the goods There is only a 24 hour window to notify the carrier of any concealed damage IMMEDIATELY REPORT ALL DAMAGE TO THE SHIPPING COMPANY Then you may cont...

Page 2: ...amps irregular or debris strewn floors WARNING Do Not Modify the Unit Under no circumstances should any modifications be made to the Morse machinery without factory authorization Any modifications may void the warranty This machine was designed to perform a specific job and alterations may result in injury to operator or machine WARNING No Loose Fitting Clothing Wear close fitting clothing and saf...

Page 3: ...acket Assembly Kit 1 Stainless Steel Bracket Assembly Kit 4556SS P is required to handle a RIMLESS plastic drum figure 2 1 and is also recommended for a fiber drum The Bracket adjusts for a 31 to 39 79 to 99 cm tall drum You can also handle a rimmed drum with the Bracket installed 2 Stainless Steel Top Rim Clamp Kit 4560BSS P to handle a RIMMED plastic drum figure 2 2 Install the Top Rim Clamp Kit...

Page 4: ... to hold drum The MORCINCH drum holder assembly is designed to secure a standard ribbed 55 gallon 210 Liter steel drum around it s middle using cinch chain and ratchet tightening system The MORCINCH drum holder accepts accessories for handling a plastic drum a fiber drum or smaller diameter drums Figure 2 3 Controls The Morse Hydra Lift Karrier is manually propelled and steered The drum lift and t...

Page 5: ...right position Release cinch chain from ratchet by applying pressure to ratchet handle in clockwise direction with one hand and opening pawl to free ratchet with other hand Remove cinch chain link from ratchet START UP Procedure Machine is shipped with hydraulic fluid 1 Install provided hydraulic control levers threaded rods with black ball handles 2 IMPORTANT BEFORE operation remove the RED shipp...

Page 6: ...ilure and maintain proper function Inspect the hydraulic system for oil drips hose damage or other signs of wear Inspect the level and condition of the hydraulic fluid Replace any parts that show signs of wear Grease wheel bearings periodically Oil or grease all moving parts including the three clevis pins and the surfaces of the boom which contact the inside of the mast cap the hinge pin the gear...

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